Hotel Playa Espadilla & Gardens

Hotels
9 (934 reviews)
Manuel Antonio 200 metros oeste del Parque Nacional , Manuel Antonio , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly and helpful staff
Comfortable amenities
Cons:
Room size and ventilation issues
Minor cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Mixed reviews about cleanliness, some mentions of damp smell.
Service
9.43
Consistently praised for helpful and friendly staff.
Location
9.47
Frequent positive mentions for excellent location near attractions.
Room Quality
8.42
Some reviews highlighted room size issues and lack of natural ventilation.
Amenities
9.45
Good feedback on amenities like pools and breakfast.
Value for Money
8.41
Some comments suggest pricing is high for certain services.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Generally good food quality, but some found it expensive.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall positive sentiments despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:51

Property Description

Luxurious Beachside Retreat

Outdoor Swimming Pool & Tennis Courts: Enjoy a refreshing dip in our pool or challenge your companions to a friendly game of tennis.

Deluxe Junior Suite with Spa Bath: Indulge in luxury with our deluxe suite featuring a spacious spa bath for the ultimate relaxation.

Adventure Awaits: Explore Manuel Antonio Park's natural beauty or partake in thrilling activities like rafting and kayaking with the help of our tour desk.

Ready to experience a blend of relaxation and adventure? Book your stay at Hotel Playa Espadilla now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 934 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Mary • family_with_children • us
9
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Maurice • solo_traveller • cl
10
Al lado de la playa y gran desayuno
Pros:

El desayuno, la piscina y la ubicación. El personal muy amable.

Cons:

Todo bien

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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BERNIERE • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

L'emplacement royal entre le parc national et la plage. Les 2 piscines chaudes avec les matelas pour se détendre. Le personnel très à l'ecoute et sympathique. Les singes qui se promènent dans les arbres autour de l'hôtel. Le petit dejeuner très bon. La literie confortable, la clim et la ventilation pour rafraichir un peu la nuit.

Cons:

C'est un poil plus esprit "club" avec un peu plus de monde dont des groupes entiers de touristes. Ce qui gâche un peu la sensation de petit paradis.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • family_with_children • ch
7
Gute Location in Gehdistanz zu Park und Strand mit nettem Pool und tollen Restaurants in der Nähe.
Pros:

Schöner Pool, grosszügige & saubere Zimmer.

Cons:

Frühstück für uns zu klein (nur ein Teller auf Bestellung, kein Buffet). Auch kein Nachschenken von Kaffee oder Säften, kein Wasser (ausser man fragt ausdrücklich). Personal etwas aufgesetzt freundlich. Sie sind sehr zuvorkommend in ihren Worten, aber nicht Taten. Wir mussten mehrere Tage vor Ankunft vollen Betrag bezahlen - unter Androhung von Stornierung der Buchung. Ein späterer Checkout war nicht möglich, obwohl Hotel nicht voll. Restaurant hat kleine Karte. Parkplatz neben Zimmern. Bäder etwas veraltet.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Lídia • couple • br
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Eva Luz • couple • au
8
Nice hotel
Pros:

Pretty hotel. Super friendly staff.

Cons:

Not good breakfast, mango was hard, watermelon with strings, cereal bowl with no honey. Only one glass of juice allowed. If asked for another glass it will be at an extra cost. Drinking Water is not provided in the room (every other hotel we’ve been provides at least, one bottle, even though you can drink from the tap). Cleaning service was provided but no toilet paper was replaced (I had to go to reception to ask for toilet paper).

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Piroschka • family_with_children • de
9
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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SUSAN • couple • us
9
Pros:

The location was great. The grounds beautiful and rooms clean and good size.

Cons:

The pool was small.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn • solo_traveller • cr
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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arnaud • family_with_children • ch
8
Pros:

Close to the beach and the national park.
The pool.

Cons:

Quality of the breakfast could be improved.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Santiago • solo_traveller • ar
5
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
• couple • cr
9
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • je
10
Efficient and friendly staff. Beautiful Hotel and Gardens. Great proximity to the entrance to Manuel Antonio Park, which
Pros:

Efficient and friendly staff. Beautiful Hotel and Gardens.

Cons:

Breakfast was generally good, but sweet sliced supermarket bread was disappointing. This didn’t detract though from a fabulous stay.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Trine • extended_group • dk
10
Fantastisk beliggenhed og super service
Pros:

Placeringen var perfekt til både strand, nationalpark og restauranter. Der var masser af plads v poolen og dyreliv lige udenfor døren

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Caralee • couple • us
10
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
Highly recommended
Pros:

All staff very friendly especially Daniella and Yafet who assisted willingly with a slight medical emergency.
Location great - peaceful but also really close to beach and restaurants. Pool clean and inviting.

Cons:

Hotel great all round.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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rana • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Delicious food. Friendly staff. Close to the beach and the park. Clean rooms and good service

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Saskia • couple • de
9
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Usman • couple • us
7
We just spent one night for which it was ok but what makes it worth staying is its location near top National Park.
Pros:

Location. It’s at walking distance to Manuel Antonio Park entrance which makes it very convenient.

Cons:

No restaurant at site. No hot pool. Room is old fashioned.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee